Brian Cravens

[P]ursuing the truth, wherever it leads . . . an exceptional individual . . . disciplined and engaged . . . insightful . . . [able to consistently extrapolate and apply political theory] pragmatically to the world beyond . . . [able] to grasp two conflicting political arguments while carefully and rationally engaging them, understanding the nuances of each . . . Her intellectual commitment toward acquiring a comprehensive and diverse perspective . . . easily place her in the top echelon of the thousands of students I have taught. Her writing ability alone is easily among the top ten . . . Her commitment to scholarly excellence and her ability to personally communicate and inspire [her peers] to meet the high standards she sets is unmatched . . .”

Brian Cravens, Professor of Government, Blinn College